Highlights Of The FAAs Proposal

Minimums/MaximumsSmall unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) must weigh less than 55 lbs. (25 kg).Maximum airspeed of 100 mph (87 knots), maximum altitude of 500 feet agl.Minimum weather visibility of three miles from control station.

Key Takeaways:

• Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) operations are subject to strict physical limits including weight (under 55 lbs), speed (100 mph max), altitude (500 ft agl max), and require visual line-of-sight, daylight-only operation, and avoidance of people not involved in the operation.
• sUAS operations are prohibited in Class A airspace, require Air Traffic Control permission in Class B, C, D, and E airspace, but are permitted in Class G airspace without ATC permission.
• While FAA airworthiness certification is not required for sUAS, operators must register the aircraft, maintain it for safe operation, and conduct pre-flight inspections.
• Operators must be at least 17 years old, pass initial and recurrent aeronautical knowledge tests, hold an FAA unmanned aircraft operator certificate, and report accidents within 10 days.

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